Orono, ME Zip Code Map & Characteristics

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10,426
TOTAL POPULATION
5,390
MALE POPULATION
5,036
FEMALE POPULATION
107.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.43
FEMALES / 100 MALES
22.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,058
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,663
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,412
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,351
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Orono Summary

Orono, Maine is a town located in Penobscot County, Maine, United States. It is situated on the Penobscot River, approximately 12 miles (19 km) south of Bangor. The population was 10,362 at the 2010 census. Orono is home to the University of Maine, the state's flagship university.

History

The area that is now Orono was once inhabited by the Penobscot people. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1774, and the town was incorporated in 1796. The town was named after Chief Joseph Orono, a Penobscot leader.
In the 19th century, Orono was a center of lumber and shipbuilding. The Bangor and Aroostook Railroad was built through the town in 1871, and the University of Maine was established in 1865.

Geography

Orono is located at 44°51′N 68°41′W (44.851, -68.683). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 24.3 square miles (62.8 km2), of which 23.6 square miles (61.1 km2) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.7 km2) is water.

Economy

Orono is home to the University of Maine, the state's flagship university. The university is the largest employer in the town, and it is a major economic driver for the region. The university also attracts a large number of students, faculty, and staff to the area, which helps to support the local economy.
In addition to the university, Orono is home to several businesses, including a number of restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a wood products plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 10,362 people, 3,845 households, and 1,945 families residing in the town. The population density was 437.3 people per square mile (168.7/km2). There were 4,093 housing units at an average density of 173.7 per square mile (67.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.
There were 3,845 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.93.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 20.5% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,919, and the median income for a family was $58,945. Males had a median income of $40,945 versus $30,890 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,945. About 6.2% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Orono?
Total Population of Orono is 10,426.
What is the Total Male Population of Orono?
Total Male Population of Orono is 5,390.
What is the Total Female Population of Orono?
Total Female Population of Orono is 5,036.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Orono?
There are 107.03 Males per 100 Females in Orono.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Orono?
There are 93.43 Females per 100 Males in Orono.
What is the Median Population Age in Orono?
Median Population Age in Orono is 22.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Orono
Average Family Size in Orono is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Orono
Average Household Size in Orono is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Orono?
Per Capita income in Orono is $24,058.
What is the Median Family Income in Orono?
Median Family Income in Orono is $104,663.
What is the Median Household income in Orono?
Median Household Income in Orono is $47,412.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Orono?
Income or Wage Gap in Orono is 1.6%.
Women in Orono earn 98.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Orono?
Inequality or Gini Index in Orono is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Orono?
There are 5,351 People in the Labor Forcein in Orono.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Orono?
54.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Orono.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Orono?
Unemployment Rate in Orono is 6.4%.

Race in Orono

The most populous races in Orono are White / Caucasian (9,221 | 88.4%), Two or more Races (482 | 4.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (386 | 3.7%).
Race in Orono
Race# Population% Population
Asian3833.7%
Black / African American2702.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3863.7%
Native / Alaskan10.0%
White / Caucasian9,22188.4%
Two or more Races4824.6%
Some other Race690.7%
Total10,426100.0%

Ancestry in Orono

The most populous ancestries reported in Orono are Irish (1,919 | 18.4%), English (1,622 | 15.6%), German (1,431 | 13.7%), French (758 | 7.3%), and Italian (592 | 5.7%), together accounting for 60.6% of all Orono residents.
Ancestry in Orono
Race# Population% Population
African830.8%
American4304.1%
Apache30.0%
Arab710.7%
Argentinean110.1%
Armenian310.3%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac70.1%
Australian90.1%
Austrian530.5%
Brazilian300.3%
British810.8%
British West Indian60.1%
Burmese230.2%
Canadian1011.0%
Central American330.3%
Cherokee130.1%
Chinese2142.1%
Colombian690.7%
Creek140.1%
Czech310.3%
Danish1361.3%
Dominican240.2%
Dutch640.6%
Eastern European540.5%
Ecuadorian80.1%
English1,62215.6%
European3153.0%
Filipino810.8%
Finnish550.5%
French7587.3%
French Canadian4324.1%
German1,43113.7%
Greek660.6%
Guatemalan220.2%
Guyanese60.1%
Haitian170.2%
Honduran110.1%
Hungarian1001.0%
Icelander140.1%
Indian (Asian)450.4%
Iranian1461.4%
Irish1,91918.4%
Italian5925.7%
Japanese470.4%
Korean540.5%
Latvian230.2%
Lebanese380.4%
Lithuanian330.3%
Mexican1131.1%
Mexican American Indian330.3%
Northern European470.4%
Norwegian820.8%
Pakistani90.1%
Polish3503.4%
Portuguese1761.7%
Puerto Rican1001.0%
Romanian300.3%
Russian840.8%
Scandinavian910.9%
Scotch-Irish820.8%
Scottish4894.7%
Slovak90.1%
Somali110.1%
South American940.9%
Spanish130.1%
Subsaharan African940.9%
Swedish1401.3%
Swiss120.1%
Turkish230.2%
Ukrainian380.4%
Uruguayan60.1%
Vietnamese450.4%
Welsh1101.1%
West Indian60.1%

Sex and Age in Orono

Sex and Age in Orono

The most populous age groups in Orono are 20 to 24 Years (1,751 | 32.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,543 | 30.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Orono
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (1.3%)96 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Years68 (1.3%)39 (0.8%)
10 to 14 Years151 (2.8%)103 (2.1%)
15 to 19 Years1,439 (26.7%)1,232 (24.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,751 (32.5%)1,543 (30.6%)
25 to 29 Years251 (4.7%)240 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Years355 (6.6%)315 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Years199 (3.7%)104 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Years68 (1.3%)46 (0.9%)
45 to 49 Years109 (2.0%)148 (2.9%)
50 to 54 Years120 (2.2%)131 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years86 (1.6%)93 (1.8%)
60 to 64 Years181 (3.4%)240 (4.8%)
65 to 69 Years153 (2.8%)181 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years215 (4.0%)115 (2.3%)
75 to 79 Years72 (1.3%)74 (1.5%)
80 to 84 Years51 (0.9%)138 (2.7%)
85 Years and over50 (0.9%)198 (3.9%)
Total5,390 (100.0%)5,036 (100.0%)

Selected Sex and Age Groups in Orono

Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 14 Years219 (4.1%)142 (2.8%)
15 to 17 Years131 (2.4%)41 (0.8%)
Under 18 Years421 (7.8%)279 (5.5%)
18 to 24 Years3,059 (56.8%)2,734 (54.3%)
15 to 44 Years4,063 (75.4%)3,480 (69.1%)
16 Years and over5,084 (94.3%)4,789 (95.1%)
18 Years and over4,969 (92.2%)4,757 (94.5%)
21 Years and over3,225 (59.8%)2,886 (57.3%)
60 Years and over722 (13.4%)946 (18.8%)
62 Years and over699 (13.0%)788 (15.7%)
65 Years and over541 (10.0%)706 (14.0%)
75 Years and over173 (3.2%)410 (8.1%)
Total5,390 (100.0%)5,036 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Orono

Median Family Size in Orono

The median family size in Orono is 2.71 persons per family, with married-couple families (973 | 81.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (130 | 10.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Orono
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple973 (81.0%)2.74
Single Male/Father130 (10.8%)2.51
Single Female/Mother98 (8.2%)2.73
Total Families1,201 (100.0%)2.71

Median Household Size in Orono

The median household size in Orono is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (130 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.95 persons per household. non-family households (1,754 | 59.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 2.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Orono
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple973 (32.9%)2.74
Single Male/Father130 (4.4%)2.95
Single Female/Mother98 (3.3%)2.93
Non-family1,754 (59.4%)2.06
Total Households2,955 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Orono

Out of a total of 2,955 households in Orono, 1,201 (40.6%) are family households, while 1,754 (59.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 687, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 989.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Orono
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-989 (33.5%)
2-Person Households687 (23.3%)324 (11.0%)
3-Person Households260 (8.8%)330 (11.2%)
4-Person Households166 (5.6%)101 (3.4%)
5-Person Households69 (2.3%)10 (0.3%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households19 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,201 (40.6%)1,754 (59.4%)

Female Fertility in Orono

Fertility by Age in Orono

Average fertility rate in Orono is 5.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Orono
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years19 (100.0%)59.0
Total19 (100.0%)5.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orono

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orono
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Orono

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Orono
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree19 (100.0%)36.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)5.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orono

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orono
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Orono

Income Overview in Orono

Per Capita Income in Orono is $24,058, while median incomes of families and households are $104,663 and $47,412 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,426$24,058
Median Family Income1,201$104,663
Mean Family Income1,201$114,219
Median Household Income2,955$47,412
Mean Household Income2,955$73,803
Income Deficit1,201$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,4261.57%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,42698.43¢per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,4260.49

Earnings by Sex in Orono

Average Earnings in Orono are $9,463, $9,397 for men and $9,547 for women, a difference of 1.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Orono
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,823 (50.6%)$9,397
Female3,725 (49.3%)$9,547
Total7,548 (100.0%)$9,463

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orono

The most common earnings brackets in Orono are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (625 | 16.4%) and $2,499 or less for women (675 | 18.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orono
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less523 (13.7%)675 (18.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999625 (16.4%)607 (16.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499551 (14.4%)402 (10.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999280 (7.3%)218 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499204 (5.3%)231 (6.2%)
$12,500 to $14,999141 (3.7%)143 (3.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49991 (2.4%)60 (1.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99959 (1.5%)107 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499140 (3.7%)183 (4.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999123 (3.2%)51 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999109 (2.9%)235 (6.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99954 (1.4%)123 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999139 (3.6%)124 (3.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999104 (2.7%)24 (0.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99960 (1.6%)39 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (0.5%)74 (2.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999161 (4.2%)150 (4.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (0.6%)74 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999195 (5.1%)134 (3.6%)
$100,000+220 (5.8%)71 (1.9%)
Total3,823 (100.0%)3,725 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orono

Average earnings in Orono are $47,636 for men and $36,237 for women, a difference of 23.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,393, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $44,474. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,885, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,685.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orono
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$47,831$29,000
Bachelor's Degree$58,393$32,399
Graduate Degree$44,474$62,885
Total$47,636$36,237

Family Income in Orono

Family Income Brackets in Orono

According to the Orono family income data, there are 313 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Orono
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000423.5%
$10,000 to $14,99970.6%
$15,000 to $24,999252.1%
$25,000 to $34,99960.5%
$35,000 to $49,99916914.1%
$50,000 to $74,99915112.6%
$75,000 to $99,99917814.8%
$100,000 to $149,99931326.1%
$150,000 to $199,99918715.6%
$200,000+12310.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orono

5-person families (65 | 5.4%) account for the highest median family income in Orono with $250,001 per family, while 5-person families (65 | 5.4%) have the highest median income of $50,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orono
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families700 (58.3%)$83,500
3-Person Families299 (24.9%)$113,438
4-Person Families118 (9.8%)$135,938
5-Person Families65 (5.4%)$250,001
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families19 (1.6%)$0
Total1,201 (100.0%)$104,663

Family Income by Number of Earners in Orono

The median family income in Orono is $104,663, with families comprising 3+ earners (127) having the highest median family income of $135,781, while families with 1 earner (153) have the lowest median family income of $80,288, accounting for 10.6% and 12.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Orono
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners200 (16.7%)$89,375
1 Earner153 (12.7%)$80,288
2 Earners721 (60.0%)$107,750
3+ Earners127 (10.6%)$135,781
Total1,201 (100.0%)$104,663

Household Income in Orono

Household Income Brackets in Orono

With 550 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Orono, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 192 households (6.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Orono
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002518.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991926.5%
$15,000 to $24,99931010.5%
$25,000 to $34,9992669.0%
$35,000 to $49,99955018.6%
$50,000 to $74,99936912.5%
$75,000 to $99,9992669.0%
$100,000 to $149,99935512.0%
$150,000 to $199,9992016.8%
$200,000+1926.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Orono

The median household income in Orono is $47,412, with the highest median household income of $102,813 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 586 households (19.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,095, with 697 households (23.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Orono
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years697 (23.6%)$24,095
25 to 44 Years839 (28.4%)$48,809
45 to 64 Years586 (19.8%)$102,813
65+ Years833 (28.2%)$67,344
Total2,955 (100.0%)$47,412

Poverty in Orono

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono

With 33.5% poverty level for males and 30.2% for females among the residents of Orono, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,026 males (73.1%) and 779 females (66.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (6.7%)23 (29.1%)
12 to 14 Years3 (2.4%)8 (17.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1,026 (73.1%)779 (66.6%)
25 to 34 Years67 (11.6%)40 (7.2%)
35 to 44 Years4 (1.7%)21 (14.2%)
45 to 54 Years29 (13.8%)67 (24.0%)
55 to 64 Years20 (7.5%)26 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years47 (12.8%)9 (3.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)42 (12.3%)
Total1,206 (33.5%)1,015 (30.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono

According to the poverty statistics in Orono, males aged 15 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orono
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years67 (94.4%)96 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years84 (93.3%)56 (70.9%)
12 to 14 Years120 (97.6%)37 (82.2%)
15 Years16 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years77 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years378 (26.9%)390 (33.4%)
25 to 34 Years510 (88.4%)515 (92.8%)
35 to 44 Years235 (98.3%)127 (85.8%)
45 to 54 Years181 (86.2%)212 (76.0%)
55 to 64 Years245 (92.4%)303 (92.1%)
65 to 74 Years321 (87.2%)268 (96.8%)
75 Years and over158 (100.0%)300 (87.7%)
Total2,392 (66.5%)2,346 (69.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orono

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Orono show that 2.8% or 27 of the total 973 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orono
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children687 (98.3%)12 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children199 (93.0%)15 (7.0%)
3 or 4 Children60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total946 (97.2%)27 (2.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orono

According to the poverty data in Orono, 20.8% or 27 single-father households and 8.2% or 8 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orono
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children23 (34.3%)4 (9.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total27 (20.8%)8 (8.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orono

The poverty data for Orono shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 35 of the single-parent households (15.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (7.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orono
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (1.7%)27 (24.8%)
1 or 2 Children15 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (44.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total27 (2.8%)35 (15.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Orono

Employment by Class of Employer in Orono

Among the 4,811 employed individuals in Orono, private company employees (2,188 | 45.5%), not-for-profit organizations (1,396 | 29.0%), and state government employees (672 | 14.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Orono
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,18845.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1122.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1122.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,39629.0%
Local Government Employees2936.1%
State Government Employees67214.0%
Federal Government Employees380.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,811100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Orono

According to the labor force statistics for Orono, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,873), 54.2% or 5,351 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 342 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 88.3% or 158 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.2% or 53 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Orono
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years990 (37.4%)124 (12.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,976 (60.0%)105 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years427 (87.0%)25 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years579 (86.4%)7 (1.2%)
35 to 44 Years301 (72.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years402 (79.1%)53 (13.2%)
55 to 59 Years158 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years330 (78.4%)30 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years183 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,351 (54.2%)342 (6.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orono

According to labor force statistics for Orono, 81.8% of individuals (2,197) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,686) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 114 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.8% or 1,704 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orono
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (42.9%)7 (100.0%)
High School Diploma73 (42.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree417 (79.9%)88 (16.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,704 (85.8%)50 (2.5%)
Total2,197 (81.8%)140 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Orono

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orono are Community & Social Service (1,260 | 25.2%), Education Instruction & Library (915 | 18.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (463 | 9.2%), Management (458 | 9.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (238 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Orono

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orono, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (83.3%), and Health Technologists (70.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (59.7%), Community & Social Service (54.5%), and Business & Financial (51.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Orono
OccupationMaleFemale
Management261 (57.0%)197 (43.0%)
Business & Financial15 (48.4%)16 (51.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science311 (67.2%)152 (32.8%)
Computers & Mathematics175 (83.3%)35 (16.7%)
Architecture & Engineering46 (63.9%)26 (36.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science90 (49.7%)91 (50.3%)
Community & Social Service 573 (45.5%)687 (54.5%)
Education, Arts & Media142 (59.7%)96 (40.3%)
Legal Services & Support45 (50.0%)45 (50.0%)
Education Instruction & Library369 (40.3%)546 (59.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating121 (52.8%)108 (47.2%)
Health Technologists110 (70.1%)47 (29.9%)
Total (Category)1,281 (52.5%)1,160 (47.5%)
Total (Overall)2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Orono are Food Preparation & Serving (609 | 12.2%), Personal Care & Service (332 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (123 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (98 | 2.0%), and Security & Protection (30 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Orono

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Orono, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (40.1%), Security & Protection (40.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (40.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.6%), Personal Care & Service (76.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Orono
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support14 (11.4%)109 (88.6%)
Security & Protection12 (40.0%)18 (60.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention12 (40.0%)18 (60.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving244 (40.1%)365 (59.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance31 (31.6%)67 (68.4%)
Personal Care & Service79 (23.8%)253 (76.2%)
Total (Category)380 (31.9%)812 (68.1%)
Total (Overall)2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Orono are Sales & Related (523 | 10.4%), and Office & Administration (455 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Orono

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Orono
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related301 (57.6%)222 (42.4%)
Office & Administration42 (9.2%)413 (90.8%)
Total (Category)343 (35.1%)635 (64.9%)
Total (Overall)2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Orono are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (38 | 0.8%), Construction & Extraction (28 | 0.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (21 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Orono

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Orono
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Orono are Material Moving (152 | 3.0%), Production (105 | 2.1%), and Transportation (51 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Orono

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Orono
OccupationMaleFemale
Production99 (94.3%)6 (5.7%)
Transportation32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Material Moving75 (49.3%)77 (50.7%)
Total (Category)206 (66.9%)102 (33.1%)
Total (Overall)2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Orono

Employment Industries in Orono

The major employment industries in Orono include Educational Services (1,945 | 38.9%), Retail Trade (753 | 15.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (637 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (536 | 10.7%), and Professional & Scientific (280 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries in Orono

Employment Industries by Sex in Orono

The Orono industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (90.9%), Public Administration (85.7%), and Finance & Insurance (80.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Orono
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction49 (66.2%)25 (33.8%)
Manufacturing129 (62.9%)76 (37.1%)
Wholesale Trade43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade372 (49.4%)381 (50.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing30 (47.6%)33 (52.4%)
Utilities36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information15 (45.5%)18 (54.5%)
Finance & Insurance6 (19.4%)25 (80.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2 (9.1%)20 (90.9%)
Professional & Scientific215 (76.8%)65 (23.2%)
Enterprise Management11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
Educational Services805 (41.4%)1,140 (58.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance206 (38.4%)330 (61.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation39 (36.8%)67 (63.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services236 (37.0%)401 (62.9%)
Public Administration14 (14.3%)84 (85.7%)
Total2,297 (45.9%)2,709 (54.1%)

Education in Orono

School Enrollment in Orono

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,743 students in Orono are college / undergraduate (5,451 | 80.8%), graduate / professional (712 | 10.6%), and middle school (218 | 3.2%).
School Enrollment in Orono
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool951.4%
Kindergarten20.0%
Elementary School1091.6%
Middle School2183.2%
High School1562.3%
College / Undergraduate5,45180.8%
Graduate / Professional71210.6%
Total6,743100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orono

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orono
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds58 (75.3%)19 (24.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old89 (83.2%)18 (16.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds254 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds145 (84.3%)27 (15.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2,290 (93.0%)172 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2,729 (87.7%)383 (12.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds393 (82.2%)85 (17.8%)
35 Years and over69 (85.2%)12 (14.8%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orono

Education (390 | 12.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (357 | 11.3%), engineering (293 | 9.3%), business (291 | 9.2%), and literature & languages (268 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 3,149 individuals in Orono who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orono
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics632.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural35711.3%
Physical & Health Sciences2678.5%
Psychology1013.2%
Social Sciences2247.1%
Engineering2939.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies50.2%
Science & Technology2106.7%
Business2919.2%
Education39012.4%
Literature & Languages2688.5%
Liberal Arts & History1494.7%
Visual & Performing Arts1936.1%
Communications1324.2%
Arts & Humanities2066.5%
Total3,149100.0%

Educational Attainment by Sex by Age in Orono

Education By Age Bracket: 18 to 24 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 18 to 24 years in Orono is some college / no degree, with 2,016 individuals or 65.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have some college / no degree, with 1,952 individuals or 71.4%.
Education By Age Bracket in Orono: 18 to 24 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade4 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma729 (23.8%)585 (21.4%)
Some College / No Degree2,016 (65.9%)1,952 (71.4%)
Associate's Degree71 (2.3%)20 (0.7%)
Bachelor's Degree239 (7.8%)168 (6.1%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)9 (0.3%)
Total3,059 (100.0%)2,734 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 25 to 34 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 25 to 34 years in Orono is graduate degree, with 253 individuals or 41.7% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have bachelor's degree, with 264 individuals or 47.6%.
Education By Age Bracket in Orono: 25 to 34 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)3 (0.5%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma29 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Some College / No Degree99 (16.3%)35 (6.3%)
Associate's Degree13 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree212 (35.0%)264 (47.6%)
Graduate Degree253 (41.7%)253 (45.6%)
Total606 (100.0%)555 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 35 to 44 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 35 to 44 years in Orono is graduate degree, with 152 individuals or 56.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have bachelor's degree, with 70 individuals or 46.7%.
Education By Age Bracket in Orono: 35 to 44 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma45 (16.9%)6 (4.0%)
Some College / No Degree13 (4.9%)39 (26.0%)
Associate's Degree16 (6.0%)8 (5.3%)
Bachelor's Degree41 (15.4%)70 (46.7%)
Graduate Degree152 (56.9%)27 (18.0%)
Total267 (100.0%)150 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 45 to 64 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 45 to 64 years in Orono is bachelor's degree, with 158 individuals or 31.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have graduate degree, with 229 individuals or 37.4%.
Education By Age Bracket in Orono: 45 to 64 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)4 (0.6%)
9th to 12th Grade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma63 (12.7%)28 (4.6%)
Some College / No Degree71 (14.3%)122 (19.9%)
Associate's Degree61 (12.3%)45 (7.3%)
Bachelor's Degree158 (31.9%)184 (30.1%)
Graduate Degree143 (28.8%)229 (37.4%)
Total496 (100.0%)612 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 65 Years and over

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 65 years and over in Orono is graduate degree, with 351 individuals or 64.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have bachelor's degree, with 187 individuals or 26.5%.
Education By Age Bracket in Orono: 65 Years and over
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade15 (2.8%)43 (6.1%)
9th to 12th Grade20 (3.7%)9 (1.3%)
High School Diploma29 (5.4%)163 (23.1%)
Some College / No Degree65 (12.0%)114 (16.2%)
Associate's Degree19 (3.5%)32 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree42 (7.8%)187 (26.5%)
Graduate Degree351 (64.9%)158 (22.4%)
Total541 (100.0%)706 (100.0%)

Transportation & Commute in Orono

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orono

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orono
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle24 (1.4%)5 (0.3%)
1 Vehicle351 (20.1%)500 (26.0%)
2 Vehicles698 (40.0%)968 (50.3%)
3 Vehicles421 (24.1%)355 (18.4%)
4 Vehicles237 (13.6%)88 (4.6%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (0.9%)8 (0.4%)
Total1,746 (100.0%)1,924 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Orono

Commute Time in Orono
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3718.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1,23327.9%
10 to 14 Minutes79718.0%
15 to 19 Minutes69515.7%
20 to 24 Minutes52511.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1784.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1523.4%
35 to 39 Minutes711.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1503.4%
45 to 59 Minutes1122.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1062.4%
90 or more Minutes330.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Orono

Commute Time by Sex in Orono
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes99 (4.8%)272 (11.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes520 (25.2%)713 (30.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes275 (13.3%)522 (22.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes364 (17.6%)331 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes339 (16.4%)186 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes101 (4.9%)77 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes84 (4.1%)68 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes71 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes87 (4.2%)63 (2.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes74 (3.6%)38 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes33 (1.6%)73 (3.1%)
90 or more Minutes19 (0.9%)14 (0.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orono

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orono
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM25 (1.2%)30 (1.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM52 (2.5%)22 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM65 (3.2%)115 (4.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM66 (3.2%)71 (3.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM140 (6.8%)88 (3.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM318 (15.4%)295 (12.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM311 (15.0%)370 (15.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM242 (11.7%)244 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM143 (6.9%)183 (7.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM142 (6.9%)196 (8.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM85 (4.1%)106 (4.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM64 (3.1%)71 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM233 (11.3%)339 (14.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM180 (8.7%)227 (9.6%)
Total2,066 (100.0%)2,357 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Orono

Occupancy by Ownership in Orono

Occupancy by Ownership in Orono
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,32044.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,63555.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,955100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Orono

Occupancy by Household Size in Orono
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household98933.5%
2-Person Household1,01134.2%
3-Person Household59020.0%
4+ Person Household36512.3%
Total Housing Units2,955100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orono

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orono
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household345 (34.9%)644 (65.1%)
2-Person Household542 (53.6%)469 (46.4%)
3-Person Household207 (35.1%)383 (64.9%)
4+ Person Household226 (61.9%)139 (38.1%)
Total Housing Units1,320 (44.7%)1,635 (55.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orono

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orono
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (31.8%)43 (68.2%)
High School Diploma80 (33.2%)161 (66.8%)
College/Associate Degree224 (23.6%)726 (76.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher996 (58.6%)705 (41.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orono

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orono
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,32744.9%
35 to 44 Years2097.1%
45 to 54 Years2147.2%
55 to 64 Years37212.6%
65 to 74 Years42014.2%
75 to 84 Years2358.0%
85 Years and Over1786.0%
Total2,955100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Orono

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Orono
Age BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Under 35 Years216 (16.3%)1,111 (83.7%)
35 to 44 Years141 (67.5%)68 (32.5%)
45 to 54 Years151 (70.6%)63 (29.4%)
55 to 64 Years260 (69.9%)112 (30.1%)
65 to 74 Years303 (72.1%)117 (27.9%)
75 to 84 Years148 (63.0%)87 (37.0%)
85 Years and Over101 (56.7%)77 (43.3%)
Total1,320 (44.7%)1,635 (55.3%)

Households by Occupants per Room in Orono

Households by Occupants per Room in Orono
Occupants per RoomOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1.00 or less1,320 (100.0%)1,625 (99.4%)
1.01 to 1.500 (0.0%)5 (0.3%)
1.51 or more0 (0.0%)5 (0.3%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Orono

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Orono
Move-In YearOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2017 or later100 (7.6%)504 (30.8%)
2015 to 2016282 (21.4%)867 (53.0%)
2010 to 2014187 (14.2%)67 (4.1%)
2000 to 2009209 (15.8%)148 (9.0%)
1990 to 1999264 (20.0%)22 (1.3%)
1989 or earlier278 (21.1%)27 (1.7%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Housing Finances in Orono

Median Income by Occupancy in Orono

Median Income by Occupancy in Orono
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,320 (44.7%)$103,779
Renter-Occupied1,635 (55.3%)$31,720
Average2,955 (100.0%)$47,412

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orono

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orono
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)133 (8.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99923 (1.7%)95 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99924 (1.8%)168 (10.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99912 (0.9%)146 (8.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99922 (1.7%)130 (8.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99941 (3.1%)226 (13.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99984 (6.4%)467 (28.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999234 (17.7%)135 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999198 (15.0%)69 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999316 (23.9%)38 (2.3%)
$150,000 or more366 (27.7%)28 (1.7%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Housing Costs in Orono

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Orono

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Orono

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono
Occupancy TypeMedian IncomeHousing Costs
Owner-Occupied$103,779$1,127 x 12mo (13.0%)
Renter-Occupied$31,720$970 x 12mo (36.7%)
Average$47,412$997 x 12mo (25.2%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orono

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orono
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30047 (3.6%)109 (6.7%)
$300 to $49943 (3.3%)93 (5.7%)
$500 to $799322 (24.4%)304 (18.6%)
$800 to $999170 (12.9%)385 (23.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499344 (26.1%)433 (26.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999253 (19.2%)155 (9.5%)
$2,000 to $2,49972 (5.4%)76 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99917 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more52 (3.9%)49 (3.0%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent0 (0.0%)42 (9.3%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)73 (16.3%)
30 percent or more59 (100.0%)334 (74.4%)
Total59 (100.0%)449 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent28 (44.4%)26 (7.3%)
20 to 29 percent20 (31.8%)65 (18.3%)
30 percent or more15 (23.8%)265 (74.4%)
Total63 (100.0%)356 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent20 (23.8%)24 (5.1%)
20 to 29 percent44 (52.4%)156 (33.4%)
30 percent or more20 (23.8%)287 (61.5%)
Total84 (100.0%)467 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent79 (33.8%)33 (25.2%)
20 to 29 percent110 (47.0%)69 (52.7%)
30 percent or more45 (19.2%)29 (22.1%)
Total234 (100.0%)131 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent816 (92.7%)112 (83.0%)
20 to 29 percent64 (7.3%)23 (17.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total880 (100.0%)135 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Orono

Housing Structures in Orono

Housing Structures in Orono
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,35545.9%
Single Unit, Attached1184.0%
2 Unit Apartments1776.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments55218.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2147.2%
10 or more Apartments50317.0%
Mobile Home / Other361.2%
Total2,955100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orono

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orono
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,228 (90.6%)127 (9.4%)
Single Unit, Attached63 (53.4%)55 (46.6%)
2 Unit Apartments17 (9.6%)160 (90.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12 (2.2%)540 (97.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)214 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)503 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Total1,320 (44.7%)1,635 (55.3%)

Housing Structures by Year Built in Orono

Housing Structures by Year Built in Orono
Year Built# Structures% Structures
2014 or later00.0%
2010 to 20131244.2%
2000 to 200934711.7%
1980 to 199983228.2%
1960 to 197953418.1%
1940 to 195944915.2%
1939 or earlier66922.6%
Total2,955100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Orono

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Orono
Year BuiltOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2014 or later0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2010 to 201338 (2.9%)86 (5.3%)
2000 to 200984 (6.4%)263 (16.1%)
1980 to 1999232 (17.6%)600 (36.7%)
1960 to 1979215 (16.3%)319 (19.5%)
1940 to 1959281 (21.3%)168 (10.3%)
1939 or earlier470 (35.6%)199 (12.2%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orono

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orono
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)43 (2.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms21 (1.6%)606 (37.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms195 (14.8%)682 (41.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms487 (36.9%)233 (14.2%)
8 or more Rooms617 (46.7%)71 (4.3%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orono

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orono
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas249 (18.9%)475 (29.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas97 (7.3%)176 (10.8%)
Electricity57 (4.3%)617 (37.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene820 (62.1%)360 (22.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels97 (7.3%)7 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Orono

Household Vehicle Usage in Orono
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle45 (3.4%)194 (11.9%)
1 Vehicle478 (36.2%)717 (43.9%)
2 Vehicles583 (44.2%)374 (22.9%)
3 or more Vehicles214 (16.2%)350 (21.4%)
Total1,320 (100.0%)1,635 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Orono

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Orono

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units572748
Median Property Value$199,300$173,800
Median Household Income$88,750$192
Monthly Housing Costs$677$52
Real Estate Taxes$4,176$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orono

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orono
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00018 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99975 (13.1%)54 (7.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999366 (64.0%)609 (81.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999113 (19.8%)68 (9.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (2.3%)
Total572 (100.0%)748 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orono

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orono
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)16 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99945 (7.9%)23 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (2.5%)13 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (11.2%)27 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999105 (18.4%)20 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (18.5%)129 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99964 (11.2%)92 (12.3%)
$150,000 or more174 (30.4%)252 (33.7%)
Total572 (100.0%)748 (100.0%)

Housing Costs by Income Bracket by Mortgage Status in Orono

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent0 (0.0%)36 (2.4%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)1,485 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent28 (77.8%)27 (75.0%)
20 to 29 percent8 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)12 (33.3%)
Total36 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent20 (31.2%)20 (133.3%)
20 to 29 percent44 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent73 (69.5%)129 (645.0%)
20 to 29 percent22 (20.9%)6 (30.0%)
30 percent or more10 (9.5%)88 (440.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Orono: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent344 (100.0%)536 (1,531.4%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)472 (1,348.6%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)64 (182.9%)
Total344 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orono

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orono
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x318 (55.6%)109,167 (14,594.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x104 (18.2%)460 (61.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x73 (12.8%)117 (15.6%)
4.0x or more77 (13.5%)115 (15.4%)
Total572 (100.0%)748 (100.0%)

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Orono

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Orono
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $200295.1%
$200 to $399325.6%
$400 to $59918432.2%
$600 to $99920636.0%
$1,000 to $1,2996411.2%
$1,300 to $1,499274.7%
$1,500 or more305.2%
Total572100.0%

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Orono

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Orono
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $20000.0%
$200 to $39900.0%
$400 to $59900.0%
$600 to $79900.0%
$800 to $999547.2%
$1,000 to $1,4997710.3%
$1,500 to $1,99925333.8%
$2,000 to $2,49923331.1%
$2,500 to $2,999628.3%
$3,000 or more172.3%
Total748100.0%

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orono

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orono
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80029 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49920 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499523 (91.4%)41 (5.5%)
Total572 (100.0%)748 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Orono

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,806 (97.5%)47 (2.5%)
19 to 25 Years4,369 (94.4%)261 (5.6%)
26 to 34 Years958 (97.4%)26 (2.6%)
35 to 44 Years389 (96.8%)13 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years475 (97.1%)14 (2.9%)
55 to 64 Years557 (93.8%)37 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years645 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older500 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,884 (96.1%)398 (3.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orono

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orono
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,806 (97.5%)47 (2.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,369 (94.4%)261 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orono

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orono
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,407 (94.9%)76 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,844 (95.0%)97 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999760 (96.8%)25 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999583 (92.5%)47 (7.5%)
$100,000 and over2,092 (99.4%)13 (0.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orono
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 642 (22.7%)143 (77.3%)
6 to 18 Years257 (13.9%)1,587 (85.6%)
19 to 25 Years246 (5.3%)4,215 (91.0%)
25 to 34 Years62 (6.3%)942 (95.7%)
35 to 44 Years151 (37.6%)355 (88.3%)
45 to 54 Years136 (27.8%)354 (72.4%)
55 to 64 Years95 (16.0%)498 (83.8%)
65 to 74 Years568 (88.1%)450 (69.8%)
75 Years and over492 (98.4%)429 (85.8%)
Total2,049 (19.9%)8,973 (87.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orono

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orono
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years172 (4.7%)341 (10.4%)
35 to 64 Years99 (13.6%)131 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years54 (14.7%)107 (38.6%)
75 Years and over43 (27.2%)169 (49.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Orono

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Orono: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (2.2%)12 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over37 (23.4%)90 (26.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Orono: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)29 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (3.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (2.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Orono: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years141 (3.8%)246 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years53 (7.3%)104 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)59 (21.3%)
75 Years and over6 (3.8%)47 (13.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Orono: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (0.3%)21 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years39 (5.3%)51 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (9.0%)57 (20.6%)
75 Years and over11 (7.0%)125 (36.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Orono: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (5.9%)14 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (9.0%)34 (12.3%)
75 Years and over16 (10.1%)71 (20.8%)

Technology Access in Orono

Computing Device Access in Orono

Computing Device Access in Orono
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,57587.1%
Smartphone2,41181.6%
Tablet1,68056.9%
No Computing Device2398.1%
Total2,955100.0%

Internet Access in Orono

Internet Access in Orono
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet160.5%
Broadband Home2,21975.1%
Cellular Data Only893.0%
Satellite Internet632.1%
No Internet59420.1%
Total2,955100.0%